Okudzeto Ablakwa Responds to Rev. Kusi Boateng with Fact and Evidence

Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, a member of parliament and chairman of the Parliamentary Assurance Committee, has responded to Rev. Victor Kusi Boateng’s recent public statements.

Rev. Kusi Boateng had declared that he had never received a contract from the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia government, despite his close friendship with both the President and the Vice President. Ablakwa’s response, however, unveils a different narrative, bringing forward substantial evidence to challenge Rev. Boateng's claims.

The Double Identity Revelation

Ablakwa's statement begins with a significant revelation: while Rev. Kusi Boateng may not have directly received contracts, his second identity, Kwabena Adu Gyamfi, has indeed benefited from government contracts. Ablakwa emphasized that this technicality allows Rev. Boateng to maintain his claim while obscuring the truth behind his dual identities.

Government Payment Vouchers Uncovered

To substantiate his claims, Ablakwa presented payment vouchers from the government to two companies owned by Kwabena Adu Gyamfi: EL Dunamis Limited and JNS Talent Centre Limited. These companies received a total of GHS7 million for the supply of paper towels to the Ministry of Health in 2021. Ablakwa provided detailed information on the payments:

• JNS Talent Centre Limited received GHS3.5 million on 23rd July 2021.
• EL Dunamis Limited received GHS3.5 million on 17th August 2021.

Ablakwa expressed incredulity at the enormity of the contract, stating, "I can’t imagine how GHS7 million worth of tissues look like."

Sole-Sourced Contracts

Highlighting the controversial nature of these transactions, Ablakwa pointed out that both contracts were awarded through single-sourcing, a process often criticized for its lack of transparency and potential for corruption.

Parliamentary Oversight and Exposing Deception

Ablakwa credited diligent parliamentary oversight for uncovering the dual identity scheme, which he described as a "criminal double identity scheme." He emphasized that without such oversight, Rev. Boateng might have continued to deceive many with what Ablakwa described as "dishonest sermons and contract-induced prophecies."

A Call for Accountability

Ablakwa’s revelations have intensified calls for greater accountability and transparency within the government. He urged the public and relevant authorities to scrutinize these transactions and ensure that such practices are brought to light and addressed appropriately.

Conclusion

This unfolding drama highlights the complexities and challenges of ensuring transparency and accountability in government contracts. Ablakwa’s evidence has raised significant questions about the practices of the current administration and the integrity of individuals involved in these transactions. As the story develops, it is expected that more scrutiny will be applied to government contracts and the individuals behind them, in a bid to foster a more transparent and accountable governance system in Ghana.